Peter G.United States
Nick is a great tour guide. We had a great time and I would highly recommend Nick to anyone visiting who wants to see the real Maui.
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Private tour in Maui Nicholas C
Highlights of Maui - Half Day Hawaiian Shore Excursion
5.0
(8) reviews
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5 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
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5 hours
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Private tour for 1-5 people
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Nicholas C.
5.0
Guide rating
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Aloha! My name is Nick. I moved to Maui from the mainland and quickly started my own transportation service. I cherish the land here and enjoy boogie boarding and golfing on my days off. For 20 years, I've worked with my company providing tours for people from all over the world. It has been my sole job on the island. My favorite tour is the "highlights of the island tour" as it combines so many aspects of the island to give you a great overview of Maui. It allows for me to build a great day for you. Hawaii is a special place and Maui may be the best island. I focus on showing the authentic Hawaii. From the land, to the people to the sea. I'll educate you on the history of this great culture and leave you with a lasting memory of your time spent here. Fully licensed taxi tour guide. Fully insured with commercial insurance. There's no restrictions on the tours I offer. If you were to book a tour in Maui WITHOUT a permitted guide and permitted vehicle (which I provide) it'd be illegal. Make sure you read reviews and see pictures of the vehicles having PUC numbers/taxi permits.
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Overview of your Maui tour
On this tour, you'll have the chance to explore what was once the hub of all local activity before tourism became the staple industry of Maui: Wailuku Town sits in the shadows of the lush, ancient volcano known as Hale Mahina. The road we'll take heads directly into the erosion valley known as Iao. It means "cloud supreme". Over 300 inches of rain falls here every year! After you're done exploring, we'll head towards the Maui Tropical Plantation, the largest one on the island. I strongly suggest you take advantage of all the flowers and ponds for a great picture! Ice cream, coffee and other treats are for sale here, so you'll be able to grab one and relax under a Banyan Tree! For the last part of the tour, we'll go across the old Maui ranch land and even stop at a vintage cowboy town, a 3, 000 foot scenic lookout and pass through defunct pineapple lands, until reaching Ho'okipa Beach park. Keep an eye out for surfers and green Hawaiian sea turtles! As many as 100 turtles can be seen napping in the sand!
Recent Reviews
Jeff B.United States
Nick did a great job for our shore excursion tour. Maui is our favorite island. We’ve been there many times and Nick showed us things that we had never seen or experienced before. He was loaded with insider information and details that made the experience top-notch. Both my wife and I highly recommend Nick. Make sure you book him if you want a great experience on Maui.
Nora S.
Nick was great! We saw turtles, went to a fun farmer's market, a cowboy town with lots of history, and saw a Frank Lloyd Wright building. He was knowledgeable and funny. The time passed quickly, and he gave great suggestions for where to buy Hawaiian shirts and several good restaurants. We highly recommend him.
Ophelia G.
We had a great time with Nicholas on our tour. I booked this tour last minute and Nicholas very good at suggesting alternative stops on the tour as some of the stops listed in the description were thing we were doing on another tour. He even rearranged his schedule so we could do the tour on the day we wanted(originally I didn’t notice the unavailability on the date I wanted). Nicholas was very knowledgeable of the area and pointed to interesting sights along the way. He gave us plenty of time to explore each stop. We never felt rushed. We went to Twin Falls, Ho'okipa Beach Park, lunch at Wailuku Coffee Company, Iao Valley State Park,Maui Tropical Plantation, and beautiful lookout by a golf course/club. It was the perfect tour for our last day in Maui.
Laurie B.
Nick was the perfect guide-knowledgeable, a good driver and took us to amazing places. I would highly recommend him to anyone going to Maui!
Kathleen M.United States
We had an awesome time with Nick. He was very knowledgeable and took us to some great sights. We especially loved seeing the sea turtles
Your Maui tour itinerary
·We'll start our tour with a morning drive through the central valley up the hill to Wailuku Town. ·Our first stops will be in the Iao Valley and the Maui Tropical Plantation, where you'll be able to purchase snacks and beverages if so desired. Restrooms are readily available here too. -Once we're done, we'll head through the central valley and journey upcountry. This area is home to Haleakala, a 10, 000 foot volcano. -Next, we'll make varying stops throughout this mountain, including in scenic lookouts and a vintage cowboy town. -We'll also drive by former pinneaple lands. -Finally, we'll head back down to Maui's famous North Shore to check out the natural beauty of Ho'okipa Beach Park. This itinerary could be customized to best meet your specific preferences.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
Toyota Sienna Minivan licensed with the state and county as a for-hire taxi and tour service. Like-new from 2017 or newer, these modern vehicles available always have air conditioning and comfortable seating. Minimal walking on tour.
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: You can purchase snacks along the way with a credit card, so no actual cash would be needed. The average cost would be $10-$20 per person.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Kahului, Hawaii, United States
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Tour reference number
1148042
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Kahului best suited for?
This private tour in Kahului is perfect for travellers interested in exploring the natural beauty and cultural history of Maui. It's ideal for those who want to see lush landscapes, visit historical towns, and enjoy scenic lookouts. The tour is also wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for travellers with mobility needs.
What should I bring or wear?
Can this private tour in Kahului be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?
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Is transportation included?
Is this private tour in Kahului suitable for cruise ship passengers as a shore excursion?
What languages is this tour offered in?
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5 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
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1
Tour date
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5 hours
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Tour date
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